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Asafoetida
Year-round
Season
Year-round
Ruled by
☿ Mercury
Protein
4.0 g
MW reference
1
Asafoetida
Asafoetida, or hing, is a pungent gum resin extracted from Ferula herb roots. Raw, it possesses a strong, sulfuric odor, but when tempered in hot oil, it mellows into a flavor resembling sautéed onions and garlic. It is a digestive aid and a staple in South Asian vegetarian cuisine.
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g
Protein4.0 g
Fat1.1 g
Iron22.20 mg
Figures are estimates per 100 g from reference data and may differ from the product you use. Always check the packaging for accurate nutrition and allergen information. Not a substitute for professional dietary advice.
Reference data McCance & Widdowson 2021
Asafoetida · 13-803 · H
Resin from root of Ferula plant. Literature sources
Energy & Proximates
Energy—kcal
Energy—kJ
Water16.00g
Protein4.00g
Fat1.10g
Carbohydrates—g
of which sugars—g
of which starch—g
Fibre (AOAC)—g
Fibre (NSP)—g
Alcohol—g
Fat Breakdown
Total fat1.10g
Saturated—g
Monounsaturated—g
Polyunsaturated—g
Trans—g
Omega-3—g
Omega-6—g
Cholesterol—mg
Minerals
Sodium—mg
Potassium—mg
Calcium690.00mg
Magnesium—mg
Phosphorus50.00mg
Iron22.200mg
Copper—mg
Zinc—mg
Selenium—µg
Iodine—µg
Vitamins
Vitamin A1.00µg
Vitamin D—µg
Vitamin E—mg
Vitamin C—mg
Thiamin (B1)0.001mg
Riboflavin (B2)0.040mg
Niacin (B3)0.300mg
Vitamin B6—mg
Vitamin B12—µg
Folate—µg
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